Big Band Christmas set for Friday

MIDDLEPORT — The holiday season will soon be upon us, and once again, the Riverbend Arts Council will usher in the season with an evening of entertainment sure to be fun for the entire family.

The Riverbend Talent Revue will take place on Friday, Nov. 24. This year’s theme is “Big Band Christmas” and will feature the talents of some of the brightest talents our area has to offer.

In a statement, Talent Revue director Bonne Kreseen said, “As the area’s longest running Holiday program, it’s helped kick off the season for generations. Local performers of all ages are gearing up to bring you ‘Big Band Christmas’ sharing original versions of your Holiday favorites through song and dance. Come out and share in this community tradition, and enjoy an evening of great entertainment.”

Admission for the show is $5. The Meigs Community Band will perform at 7 p.m., and the revue itself will begin at 7:30 p.m. The Gallia-Meigs Performing Arts dancers and the Rio Grande Community Choir are also expected to perform.

The Riverbend Arts Council will also host the Middleport Community Association’s Christmas Market on Dec. 2, and will be putting on a Christmas Dance on Dec. 16. Admission for the dance is $25, with music provided by the band Stolen Moments. More information can be found on the Riverbend Arts Council Facebook page.